PEP Talk: Appalachia Georgia Friends of the Bears

Gerald Hodge of Appalachia Georgia Friends of the Bears joins us for this week's episode to discuss everything you need to know for hibernation season. We cover the hibernation process, ​cubs born during hibernation, ​humans' effects on bears, and more unique stories about black bears in the Southern Appalachian region.

The mission of Appalachia Georgia Friends of the Bears is to reduce conflict between bears and humans, ​advocate through proactive education outreach programs, and increase public awareness about coexisting with black bears. Listen in and visit AGFriendsOfTheBears.com to learn even more about the Appalachian black bears in your own backyard.